Dementia-Friendly Companion Carer & Driver (Part-Time)

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Dewis Centre for Independent Living is seeking a compassionate care helper to support an elderly client in Rhydyfelin well area, Pontypridd. The role focuses on companionship and practical assistance in the home and community.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, prompting for food and drink, accompanying shopping trips, and sharing activities such as knitting or watching TV. A driver with business class insurance is preferred.

Qualifications

• References and DBS check required prior to start.
• Right to work in the UK required.
• Part-time role with 3 hours per week.
• Employment may start after a trial period.
• Wages paid four-weekly or monthly; holiday pay provided.

Responsibilities

• Keep the client company and provide social interaction.
• Prepare meals for the client.
• Prompt client to eat and drink.
• Go shopping with client.
• Watch films or TV with client.

Skills

Confident and chatty

Reliable and punctual

Respect privacy and confidentiality

Job description

Dewis Centre for Independent Living is seeking a compassionate care helper to support an elderly client in Rhydyfelin well area, Pontypridd. The role focuses on companionship and practical assistance in the home and community.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, prompting for food and drink, accompanying shopping trips, and sharing activities such as knitting or watching TV. A driver with business class insurance is preferred.